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There is a very disturbing trend on our roads these days. It is a recent phenomenon, directly related to the new breed of cars available in the market. They are sleek, swanky and swift and there in lies the allurement. In the hands of Kakas these vehicles are a menace on the road. Fortunately, there is also another breed of drivers on the road. The Kakis. Ladies make far better drivers than their male counterparts. To begin with, women are more gentle and less aggressive. There are hardly any cases reported of road rage involving women drivers. But being gentle and less aggressive makes them soft targets. So ladies, be on your guard at all times. Keys for today's cars have large plastic covers for ease of handling and the metal key is much longer than what came years ago. If the plastic fob (handling cover) is clutched securely in your fist with the key sticking out of your fingers, it will make for a very effective defensive weapon. Just seeing this will intimidate the baddie. You would no longer appear a soft target. Some people have the car keys on a large bunch with house keys, locker keys and more. Keep your car key on a single ring. If anything, attach a whistle or even a pepper spray can. It is amazing how much attention the shrill blast of a whistle attracts. It will definitely catch the baddie unaware. Should be still make an advance on you, use the pepper spray. That is bound to stop him in his tracks. Before getting into the car, check the rear. A baddie could be hiding on the floor boards. Don’t open doors, don't get into the car. Blow the whistle. For sure it will unnerve the baddy and get you help. Men have pockets, ladies have hand bags. Men put their hand in their pockets and pull out the car key. Ladies, invariably spend a couple of moments fumbling in their hand bags to find the car key. Ladies, the moment you leave the shop with your shopping bag and hand bag have the car key in your hand. Otherwise you will be obliged to put the shopping bag on the bonnet, spend time fumbling in your handbag. This is what the baddie is looking for and waiting. If you have been visiting a friend for a kitty-party and your car is parked on the street, again have your car key ready. It is common to see a bunch of people who have come calling on the neighbours' gardner or domestic help. Are they genuine "friends" or goons looking for a soft target" It is better to be paranoid than sorry. Forces of evil are lurking all around you. All these points are impromptu defensive measures. The greatest defence you can have for an emergency is to make sure your car is in 100 per cent road-worthy condition. A well-maintained car will never let you down. What about tyres? It is common to see expensive cars in the parking lots with tyres that are long in the tooth and short in the tread that will let you down. A car with a puncture is a major liability. On three wheels, a car won't get you anywhere. You are the proverbial sitting duck. Women have another habit which can attract a baddie and invite trouble. They get into the car, spend time doing their make up, check their shopping list or handbag. Don't waste this time. You could be under observation, being the sole occupant of the car. As soon as you get into the car, lock all doors and move off. The seatbelt can be fastened on the move. Make sure all windows are rolled up. Do not put your handbag on the passenger seat where it is easily reached through an open window. Keep it out of sight. Always let a friend or family member know your schedule and plan. The last number dialled on your phone should be your helpline. It will save time in an emergency. The operative phrase here is: Always be aware and be prepared. Happy Motoring !
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